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What Is It?
Cancer of the pancreas is abnormal cell growth in the tissue of the pancreas. The pancreas is about 6 inches long, and is located next to the small intestine, behind the stomach. This organ serves two main functions in the body. It produces juices and enzymes to help with digesting and absorbing food. It also produces several hormones, such as insulin, that regulate the way your body stores and processes food.
About 95% of all pancreatic cancers begin in the part of the pancreas...
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Pancreatic Cancer: Know the Symptoms
Pancreatic cancer was thrust into the mainstream media buy the late actor Patrick Swayze's valiant fight with the disease. I have to... Read more »
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Pancreatic Cancer
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Cancer that starts in the pancreas is called pancreatic cancer.The pancreas is a spongy, tube-shaped organ about 6 inches long. It is located in the... Read more »
Pancreatic abscess
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Abdominal mass Abdominal pain Chills Fever Inability to eat Nausea and vomiting ... Read more »
Pancreatic pseudocyst
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Symptoms can occur within days to months after an attack of pancreatitis, and include:Bloating of the abdomenConstant pain or deep ache in the... Read more »
Pancreatic islet cell tumor
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A pancreatic islet cell tumor is a rare tumor of the pancreas that starts from a type of cell called the islet cell.Alternative NamesIslet cell... Read more »
Chronic Pancreatitis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
There is no single test that can be used to diagnose chronic pancreatitis. If you have chronic abdominal pain or signs that your food is not being... Read more »
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Understanding Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
What is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)? Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency is the inability to digest food due to a lack of digestive enzymes. It typically occurs when the pancreas loses its exocrine function. This typically occurs as a...
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